Besides winning 2 awards from the Sundance Film Festival in 2004, what's even more amazing about this excellent film is that it was made on a $7,000 budget. Primer stars Shane Carruth who is the writer, producer and lead actor. His co-star David Sullivan also helped produce the film and is also a pivotal character in this drama/thriller/sci-fi film. I don't want to give too much away, as I am the type of person who can't enjoy a movie if I know what is going to happen, but it is basically about 2 friends who make a great scientific discovery.

I do have to warn you the movie starts out slow, and the only thing that annoyed me in the beginning was the sound quality. As the group of four work in Aaron's (Shane Carruth) garage for no obvious reason it is a little hard to understand what they are saying or what they are talking about. But believe me, if you like "smart" movies, this film is definitely worth the wait. The longer the film goes the better it gets. Its also a film I wouldn't multitask in front of for your first watching or you will definitely be confused. I have seen on many of the Primer fan boards that many people suggest watching it twice in a row to get everything. I think one sitting with full attention is plenty to enjoy this film though.

I'd recommend renting the movie before deciding to purchase it although I know this movie is a little bit harder to find than the average film. One fan of primer sums this movie up best when he said "it truly embodies the independent spirit of film making" (from imbd.com). Its ashame Hollywood doesn't have more low budget movie success stories such as this one.

I have also incuded a You Tube Trailer of the movie below as well as a Google Video which appears to be the entire movie if you would like to see it on your computer.